The first Essilor No-Glare lenses appeared in the late 1960s and since then, the technology and performance of No-Glare lenses have made significant strides. As the premium No-Glare brand, Crizal® is committed to achieving perfection and delivering products that incorporate the latest technological innovations. Our goal is to provide what every eyeglass wearer deserves: enduring clarity of vision.

 1997: Crizal No-Glare technology is first launched in the United States.  Crizal lenses set the industry standard in No-Glare lens aesthetics and performance.  Crizal lenses are specially designed using revolutionary methods that integrate anti-glare properties with double-sided scratch resistance. 

2003: Adding a super-hydrophobic top coat to the lens, Crizal® Alizé® is launched to address the #1 consumer complaint about No-Glare lenses: ease of cleaning.

2007:  The first generation of Crizal Sun™ - a No-Glare lens specifically designed for Sunwear - is launched.

2009:  Adding unparalleled scratch resistance, New and Improved Crizal Avancé™ with Scotchgard™ Protector is launched. Later that year, Crizal Sun™ with Scotchgard™ Protector is introduced bringing improved cleanability to Sunwear.

2010:  With enhanced cleanability and smudge repellence, New and Improved Crizal® Alizé® is launched, replacing the prior generation of Crizal Alizé lenses. In April, Crizal Sapphire lenses with Scotchgard Protector are created which even further reduce reflections and glare.